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Cottage cheese peanut butter mousse in clear glasses topped with berries

Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Mousse

A creamy, high-protein dessert that combines cottage cheese and peanut butter for a nutritious treat with 20g protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter creamy, natural preferred
  • 1-2 tbsp sweetener honey, maple syrup, or sugar substitute
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder optional, for chocolate lovers
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Mixing bowl and spatula
  • Serving cups or bowls

Method
 

  1. Place cottage cheese, peanut butter, sweetener, and vanilla extract in blender.
  2. Add cocoa powder (if using) and pinch of salt.
  3. Pulse a few times to break down lumps.
  4. Blend on medium-high for 30-45 seconds until creamy and smooth.
  5. Stop and scrape down sides once or twice for even blending.
  6. Adjust consistency: add splash of milk if too thick, more cottage cheese if too runny.
  7. Transfer mousse into serving cups or bowls.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and set.
  9. Add desired toppings before serving.

Notes

Start with smaller amount of sweetener and adjust to taste. Natural peanut butter tastes better than processed versions. Choose cottage cheese with small curds for smoother blending. Serve with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or chocolate syrup.